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Today, we delve into the powerful concept of self-control as a crucial element in our spiritual growth. Drawing from 2 Peter 1:5-6, we're reminded that self-control is something we must actively add to our faith. This isn't just about willpower; it's about tapping into the fruit of the Spirit within us. As Galatians 5:22-23 teaches, self-control is already present in our renewed spirits. Our challenge is to exercise and manifest it in our daily lives. We're called to 'crucify the flesh' - not through harsh treatment of our bodies, but by considering sinful desires as dead to us. This process involves setting wise boundaries, making conscious choices, and relying on the Holy Spirit's guidance. Remember, temptation itself isn't sin; it's how we respond that matters. By cultivating self-control, we're not just avoiding pitfalls; we're actively pursuing a life that glorifies God and allows us to finish our spiritual race strong.
In this timely message, Pastor Racquel reminds us of our true identity in Christ and the importance of choosing peace in the face of offense. The central theme revolves around Philippians 4:7, which speaks of 'the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding.' In this message, Pastor Racquel challenges us to daily renew our minds with God's truths about who we are, drawing from numerous scriptures that affirm our worth and identity as children of God. This practice isn't just a one-time event, but a continual process of growth and faith. The message emphasizes that our peace isn't dependent on controlling circumstances or avoiding difficult people, but on yielding to God and letting go of offenses. By choosing peace over reaction, we align ourselves with God's nature of love and find true freedom. This teaching is deeply relevant to our daily lives, offering practical wisdom for navigating relationships and maintaining our spiritual well-being in a world full of potential offenses.
In this powerful message, we're challenged to cultivate a 'fragrance of faith' through consistent, fervent prayer. Drawing from Psalm 141 and Revelation 5, we're reminded that our prayers rise like incense before God, creating a sweet aroma that pleases Him and transforms the world around us. In this message, Pastor Kerrick emphasizes that prayer isn't just for crisis moments; it should be a lifestyle that infuses every aspect of our being. Just as a cook's food aroma lingers on their clothes, our lives should exude the fragrance of prayer wherever we go. This message urges us to move beyond surface-level prayers and develop a deep, persistent prayer life that can withstand spiritual resistance and bring about real change in our lives and communities.
In our exploration of faith, we're reminded that it's not just about believing, but about building a foundation for our spiritual lives. The key scripture, Hebrews 11:1, tells us that 'faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.' This powerful verse invites us to consider how our faith gives substance to our hopes and dreams. Are we truly allowing our faith to shape our expectations and visions for the future? We're challenged to move beyond simply having faith to actively applying it in our lives. The message draws an interesting parallel between faith and a foundation for a house - it's meant to be built upon, not just admired. This insight encourages us to ask ourselves: Are we using our faith as a launching pad for growth and action in our spiritual journey? As we reflect on this, let's consider how we can transform our faith from a passive belief into an active force that shapes our reality and brings our hopes into existence.
In this powerful message, we're challenged to build influential faith that makes a real difference in our lives and the lives of others. This message challenges us to move beyond passive belief to active, influential faith that can change our circumstances and impact the world around us.
In this powerful message, we're reminded that faith is not just a concept, but a force that can move mountains in our lives. The core of our discussion revolves around Mark 16, where Jesus rebukes the disciples for their unbelief. This passage teaches us that our faith should be visible and demonstrated through our words and actions. We're challenged to examine our own lives - are we letting unbelief slip in and hinder our spiritual growth? The message emphasizes that faith comes by hearing the Word of God, but it's what we do with that faith that truly matters. We're encouraged to develop our faith like a muscle, starting small and gradually taking on bigger challenges. This spiritual workout involves consistent prayer, fasting, and actively listening to God's voice. The parallels drawn between faith and physical exercise remind us that spiritual growth requires dedication and perseverance. As we nurture our faith, we're promised that nothing will be impossible for us. This message inspires us to step out of our comfort zones, to speak life into our situations, and to partner with the Holy Spirit in manifesting God's promises in our lives.
If you want your faith to become influential, you have to continually add to your faith.
Did you know that your life is supposed to be filled with evidence that Jesus is alive? In this compelling part one to a new series, Pastor Kerrick shares how your faith is designed to produce evidence of the resurrection of Jesus in your everyday life.
God has mercy for you today! In this inspirational message, Pastor Kerrick shares what God's mercy actually is and how faith in His mercy can transform your life.
God has a plan for your life. God's plan for your life is good because He is good and His mercy endures forever. In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares about God's marvelous mercy. God's mercy is more wonderful than you know and can transform your life if you let it. Stream this message to learn more about God's mercy and how you can become an agent of mercy.
God has a plan for your life. You are not an accident. You're an agent of the blessing. If you believe you are an accident, you will live aimless and not experience the good life God has for you. If you embrace His purpose and develop the right root system, you will thrive in every area of your life. In this message, Pastor Kerrick reminds you of how much God loves you and how to grow a "root system" that enables you to thrive in every area of your life.
Did you know that it is possible to thrive in every area of your life? However, if you do not develop a vision for it, you will settle for far less. In today's message, Pastor Kerrick helps you develop a vision of you thriving in every area of your life!
God has a vision for your life! In today's message, Pastor Kerrick shares about the vision of Faith Christian Center and how God has a vision for your life. You are not a mistake. You are here on purpose for such a time as this. Stream this message to grow in understanding God's vision for your life.
Have you lost your fire and enthusiasm for 2025? It's time to get your head back in the game! 2025 is still your year to thrive. Listen to this encouraging message from Pastor Kerrick that helps you focus, realize that this is your championship year, and "get your head back in the game."
Welcome to Faith in the Morning! God wants you to thrive in 2025. The condition of your heart is connected to your ability to thrive. The way you respond to God's Word determines whether your heart is soft or hard. Why is that important? Stream today's podcast to learn more and start your day with faith and encouragement. ---- Faith in the Morning Affirmation I am the salt of the earth. I am the light of this world. Jesus said it so I believe it. I am a carrier of the Glory of God. Today, I will experience the extreme goodness of God. Today, I make myself available for God to show His goodness to others through me. Today, I am increasing in influence. Today, I will see the goodness of God in my life! Today, something good is going to happen to me so I expect miracles. Follow Pastor Kerrick's Blog: https://kerrickbutler.com/ Subscribe to the Faith in the Morning Newsletter: https://www.kerrickbutler.com/subscribe
Is fear hiding in your heart? Fear will sabotage your future. In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares how to develop a merry heart that is free from fear.
God wants you to thrive in 2025. Your ability to thrive is directly connected to the condition of your heart and what is in your heart. In this message, Pastor Kerrick helps you explore what's in your heart and shares how you can develop a merry and noble heart.
Proverbs 15:15 says that life is a continual feast for those with a merry heart. A merry heart is key to thriving in 2025. In today's message, Pastor Kerrick shares how develop a merry heart so that you can thrive in 2025 and beyond.
In this message, assistant pastor Lamonte Isom shares the importance of giving and generosity. Your generosity impacts the live of others and positions you to receive increase. Make plans to join us for our New Year's Eve Experience where we will announce the results of Giving Sunday and all the impact that will flow from it.
In our special Christmas Sunday Experience, Kidz World Teacher Ashley Harrison encouraged us to be the light of this world. Stream this encouraging message for all ages and make plans to join us for our New Year's Eve Experience.
In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares how Jesus wants to live reward minded. Jesus gives gifts and rewards. We should live in a way that we position ourselves to receive both. 2025 is a year for you to thrive and rapidly increase in influence. Learn how to receive the gifts and rewards and get ready for 2025 by listening to this powerful message!
In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares how additional assignments await you in 2025. If you receive them, 2025 will be a year of grace multiplied for you.. 2025 is a year for you to thrive and rapidly increase in influence. Get ready for 2025 by listening to this powerful message!
In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares about your call to be influential and how to protect your progress as you increase in influence. 2025 is a year for you to thrive and rapidly increase in influence. Get ready for 2025 by listening to this powerful message!
In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares how grateful stewardship positions us for immediate increase in our lives.
In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares how God has invited us to fulfill His wonderful purpose for our lives and the importance of becoming vision minded. As we become vision minded and work His plan for our lives, we can see our God-given dreams come to pass.
In today's message, guest speaker Tim Storey encourages you to fulfill God's plan for your life.
In today's message, Pastor Kerrick continues to share how you can live in the rhythm of rest for your life.
In this message, Pastor Kerrick continues to share how you can live in the rhythm of rest.
In this message, Pastor Kerrick helps you discover the rhythm of rest for your life.
Whether you are facing the tough winds of difficult circumstances or are in unfamiliar territory, you have to learn how to successfully navigate. In "Navigating Your New Season," Pastor Kerrick shares how you can navigate this season of your life and move into the future God has for you.
In this message, Pastor Kerrick continues to share how you can get into and enjoy the rhythm of rest for your life.
God wants you to increase and overflow in hope every single day. In today's message, Pastor Kerrick shares why you should be hopeful about the future God has for you.
In this message, Pastor Kerrick continues to share how you can get into the rhythm of rest for your life.
In this message, Pastor Kerrick encourages you to embrace the new season that God has for you. This new season for many is a second chance. It is a time where we will experience God's power producing wonderful and miraculous results in our lives. God is the God of the Second Chance and He has not run out of power. Stream this message, embrace your fresh start, and pursue your God-given dream!
God has a new season for you. In this message, Pastors Kerrick & Racquel share how to embrace your new season so that you can experience all of the wonderful things God has for you.
In today's message, Pastor Kerrick helps us to prepare for 2025 sharing from Psalms 91. In this season of re-arranging, we have to learn to abide in the secret place. Learn how in this message!
God has a new season for you, but you must maximize your new season. In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares how you can maximize the new season God has for you.
God has a new season for you! It's time for you to leave toxicity in the past and walk into a fresh and productive season. In this message, Pastor Kerrick encourages you and then shares four things you must know to live in your new season.
Welcome to Faith in the Morning! In today's podcast, Pastor Kerrick reminds that God wants us healed, healthy, and whole. Being healthy is more than just being healed and being free from any sickness or disease. Stream today's Faith in the Morning and take another step forward in your journey toward being healthy and build on your previous efforts. Faith in the Morning Confession I am the salt of the earth. I am the light of this world. Jesus said it so I believe it. I am a carrier of the Glory of God. Today, I will experience the extreme goodness of God. Today, I make myself available for God to show His goodness to others through me. Today, I am increasing in influence. Today, I will see the goodness of God in my life! Today, something good is going to happen to me so I expect miracles. Follow Pastor Kerrick's Blog: https://kerrickbutler.com/ Subscribe to the Faith in the Morning Newsletter: https://kerrick.beehiiv.com
In today's message, Pastor Kerrick shares that you have a covenant with God and explains how that covenant can change everything in your life for the better.
Sometimes, life is rough and the situations you encounter can break your heart. Your heart doesn't have to stay broken. In today's message, Pastor Kerrick shares how to journey from broken-heartedness to having an established heart.
We live in a day and age where we cannot afford to be "dry". In today's message, Pastor Kerrick shares that the Holy Spirit has fresh anointing for you and that the anointing is designed to operate in your everyday life.
Our prayer lives have to be more than a hashtag. In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares important truths that will help us develop a healthy mentality and a thriving prayer life.
In today's message, Pastor Kerrick shares how to get into the rhythm of rest for your life.
No Off Days is not God's plan for your life. God's way of working and resting will help you become creatively productive and enjoy your life. In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares how to get into the rhythm of rest for your life and enjoy all of its benefits.
You have a God-given gift, it is making room for you, it is an expression of God's goodness to you, and is a way that God wants to be good through you. In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares how you can develop your gifting and provides insights into the motivational gifts of service and mercy.
You have a God-given gift. Your gift is making room for you. In this message, Pastor Kerrick shares how you can develop your gifting and provides insights into the motivational gifts of encouragement and giving.
You have a God-given gift. Your gift will make room for you, but do you have the right mindset for your gifting? Your mindset will determine the effectiveness of your gift. In this message, Pastor Kerrick helps us adopt the right mindset and get rid of the scarcity mindset so that our gift, abilities, and talents will flourish.
In God's wonderful plan for your life, He planned and provided rest for you. Many of us do not experience the life God has for us because we do not know how to rest correctly. In "The Rhythm Of Rest", Pastor Kerrick shares how you can live a creatively productive life and enjoy the rest God has for you. It's time to get into the rhythm of rest!
In this encouraging message, Pastor Racquel encourages you to make the changes God is telling you to make so that you can experience the wonderful life He has for you.
In today's message, Pastor Kerrick encourages and challenges us to expand our vision and rise to a higher level of living to fulfill God's plan for our lives.